What welder would be best??

[Reverser]

Thanks for the info, Furu.
What was the brand that had the problems?

 

[Furu]

Thanks for the info, Furu.
What was the brand that had the problems?

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[brin]

I watched some welding videos and got some tips from them. Went out and tried to put them into practice and I guess it worked because I got what I would call some pretty good welds, but not all of them turned out great. I am still undecided but if I do get one I think I will get an everlast 140st. What are some tips that you blokes would suggest for improving my stick welding? Another thing is do you think automatic welding helmets are 'essential'?
I got a angle grinder stand for my 9in angle grinder, there is a slight bit of movement in pivot and so you can't get exactly square cuts but it is a lot better than cutting in from 4 sides with a 4.5in grinder. I am in the process of building a compost tumbler so that's what I experimenting on.

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[R W]

What are some tips that you blokes would suggest for improving my stick welding?
Another thing is do you think automatic welding helmets are 'essential'?
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Get some scrap steel and practice running beads on it until you can run a reasonable bead without to much trouble.
Watching someone who is a good welder will help.
Two books from Lincoln are also helpful. "How to use Arc Welding". "Arc Welding Lessons for School and Shop".
Automatic welding helmets are not essential, but are useful in certain situations.

Re Buying A Welder.
Take a look at this website. Magnum Welders - Home

 

[ferrari99]

Thanks for that R W.
Do you have a Magnum Welder? If so what do you think of it?
If I was to buy an auto welding helmet what would suggest I look for?
Will look at those books.
Thanks for your input.

 

[R W]

Don't have a Magnum Welder, but looked them over at a local field day and liked what I saw.
Can't comment much regarding auto welding helmets (have one but don't use it a lot). Main thing I'd suggest is to buy a good quality one.

 

[Fallon]

Welding Tips and Tricks - TIG, MIG, Stick and a pantload of other info has been my go to place for DIY welding education. Lots of good instructional videos.

 

[k0ua]

Welding Tips and Tricks - TIG, MIG, Stick and a pantload of other info has been my go to place for DIY welding education. Lots of good instructional videos.

+1 on that site. Watching Jody's videos is a good way to pick up new ideas and tips. Of course you can't become a great weldor by just watching video's but it is helpful and you can learn a lot if you will pay attention.

 

[ferrari99]

Got a everlast powerarc 140st today. :thumbsup:

 

[Big Barn]

Got a everlast powerarc 140st today. :thumbsup:

Congratulations! Keep us updated

Terry